16.09.18
Family fun day packed full of free activities and entertainment from around the globe, all in Humphry Repton’s Catton Park and part of the Gardens Trust’s great new ‘Sharing Repton’ project supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Free event 11.00am – 4.00pm.
15.09.18
Heritage Open Days Walk led by Isle of Wight Gardens Trust exploring the St John’s Estate from the late 18th century to the present day. Originally landscaped by Humphry Repton, other landscaped grounds were developed in the 19th century. Includes exhibition by Oakfield Primary School and refreshments. 2pm Appley Car Park. Pre-booking...
13.09.18
A specially devised talk on Humphry Repton’s design for Warley Woods for Samuel Galton Junior, local entrepreneur, member of the lunar society, quaker and gun-maker. Devised and delivered by Advolly Richmond. Taking place at Lightwoods House, Smethwick.
07.09.18
Lecture by renowned historic landscaper John Phibbs. Hear how beautiful vistas were created in Georgian England. 7.30pm Moggerhanger Park, Park Road, Moggerhanger, MK44 3RW Tickets from £18 (Friends £12)
06.09.18
The story of the changing dynamics of the landscape, gardens and buildings of Yester, East Lothian reflect fashions from the 13th century onwards. Remnants of Yester’s intriguing history can... continue
06.09.18
To celebrate the bicentenary of Humphry Repton, The Georgian Group is holding an evening lecture at Keats House, Hampstead. The lecture will be given by Dr. Laura Mayer and will trace Repton’s designs from their Picturesque beginnings to the progressive Gardenesque style. Doors open 6pm. Lecture at 6.30pm. Tickets £20 including wine.
06.09.18
Two guided tours will take place in the gardens of Ashridge house, one on 6th September and one on 13th September both starting at 1400. The tours are led by the Gardens Manager. The event has been arranged as part of celebrations of Repton’s bi-centenary.
06.09.18
Discover who Humphry Repton was, follow the Repton Rose Tour around the Church and churchyard and visit Humphry Repton’s final resting place — a spot he chose himself.
